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May 1, 1999
Some catalogers worry that their Websites will cannibalize their mainstay business. Business-to-business mailer Transcat is hoping that its site will cannibalize its catalog.
The Rochester, NY-based distributor of industrial testing, calibration, and measurement equipment relaunched its Website in February, for …
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May 1, 1999
Operations BENCHMARK'99
Welcome to the 1999 Catalog Age Benchmark Report on Operations, the third in a series of exclusive surveys produced this year by the staff of Catalog Age. As often as possible, we've broken out the survey responses by target market (consumer, …
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Coldwater Cools Off
For three years, apparel and gifts cataloger Coldwater Creek was hot. Sales grew an average of 60% a year, from $76 million in 1995 to $247 million for the year ended Feb. 28, 1997. Its initial public offering in January 1997 raised more than $38 million. And the …
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May 1, 1999
Planning ahead
Carrie Van Dyck is co-owner of Herb Farm, a Fall City, WA-based catalog of herbs and related products. Annual sales, $2 million; annual circulation, 270,000.
We don't have an official written succession plan. I've been thinking about it, but we haven't discussed …
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May 1, 1999
Fine-tuning fulfillment
Unlike their consumer brethren, which typically offer fewer products, many business-to-business mailers stock and sell tens of thousands of SKUs. Moreover, "b-to-b catalogers generally process larger orders than consumer mailers, so the pick/pack process is more time-consuming and costly," …
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May 1, 1999
the basics of back-end integration
Several years ago, before the explosion in Internet commerce, many companies created a basic home page, put it on the Web, and that was the end of their online activity. But today, a simple home page no longer suffices. You …
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The missing link?
Although most catalogers on the Internet claim to be transactional, several industry professionals believe that more than 90% of Internet marketers do not have fully integrated ordering and fulfillment systems. As a result, the overwhelming majority are handicapped when it comes …
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Trolling for customers
Bill Guyre is vice president of the not-for-profit, New York-based Lighthouse Catalog, which sells specialized products for people with impaired vision. Annual sales, less than ñ10 million; annual circulation, 2 million.
Our parent company, Lighthouse International (a not-for-profit foundation that supports advocacy, …
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March 1, 1999
Here, or over there?
Many U.S. catalogers have realized that there's money to be made selling overseas (31% of the participants in Catalog Age's 1999 Benchmark Report on Marketing are selling internationally). But since fulfillment costs can eat into profits, many of these mailers struggle …
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"Acoustically, the earcups are designed to mimic the soundfield from two speakers by directing the waves to the ear at a 45-degree angle, much as sound from well-placed speakers would arrive." This is interesting. In the race for best cans, AKG 701 and the prior top of the line Sennheiser cans were often compared. Typically, people described the AKG as more spacious and like listening to speakers. I wonder whether the tide has turned? Is this 45 degree angle new with the 800's?
Heads Up
Like the HD 414 SL, the HD 800 is an open-air design without sealed earcups. In addition, Sennheiser has retained its open-back philosophy, allowing the transducer's backwave to emanate into space unencumbered by an enclosure. This eliminates any interaction with the frontwave entering the ear, resulting in a clean, clear sound.
Acoustically, the earcups are designed to mimic the soundfield from two speakers by directing the waves to the ear at a 45-degree angle, much as sound from well-placed speakers would arrive. This is said to enhance the sense of spaciousness beyond that of most headphones.
The HD 800's other main technological innovation is its ring transducer. Measuring 56mm in diameter, the company claims it's the largest transducer to be found in today's dynamic headphones. The large surface area improves bass response, while the ring design mitigates the resonance problems in the high end that can occur with large diaphragms. The result is an impressive frequency response from 14Hz to 44kHz (-3dB).
As you would expect from a pair of headphones that lists for $1400, the HD 800 uses top-quality materials, including earpads made from Alcantara, a composite said to be particularly friendly to the skin and easy to clean. I've not heard this particular model, but if my experience with other Sennheiser headphones is any indication, the HD 800 should sound fantastic.

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How Do I: Configuring and Using Advanced Group Policy Management?
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In this podcast, explains how to use the Advanced Group Policy Management tool contained in the Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP). The speaker looks at the basic configurations for administrator access, controlling and comparing Group Policy objects (GPOs), and deleting and restoring versions of a GPO.
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Browns Bank
Marine Forecast
Issued 10:00 AM AST 28 January 2015
Today Tonight and Thursday
Gale warning in effect.
Wind westerly 35 knots diminishing to northwest 25 to 30 this afternoon and to northerly 20 this evening. Wind veering to northeast 15 Thursday morning then diminishing to light Thursday evening.
A few flurries ending near midnight.
Temperatures plus 3 falling to minus 3 overnight.
Issued 05:00 AM AST 28 January 2015
Today Tonight and Thursday
Seas 5 to 7 metres subsiding to 3 to 5 this afternoon and to 2 to
3 this evening. Seas subsiding to 1 to 2 Thursday afternoon.
Extended Forecast
Issued 03:00 AM AST 28 January 2015
Wind southeasterly 15 to 20 knots increasing to
easterly 25 to 35 in the afternoon.
Wind northeast 25 knots increasing to
northwest 35.
Wind northwest 35 knots diminishing to
northwest 20 to 25.
Ice Forecast
Stay connected
Ice Conditions
Ice Forecasts
Issued 10:00 AM EST 28 January 2015 Today Tonight and ThursdayIce Edge
First ice edge estimated from Nova Scotia near 4500N 6510W to New Brunswick near 4530N 6510W. Sea ice north of the ice edge. Second ice edge estimated from Cape Breton Island near 4700N 6025W to 4720N 6000W to 4800N 6130W to 4930N 6130W to 4930N 6000W to 5030N 5740W to Newfoundland near 4840N 5900W. Sea ice west and north of the ice edge. Third ice edge estimated from Newfoundland near 4805N 5900W to Newfoundland near 4830N 5900W. Sea ice east of the ice edge. Fourth ice edge estimated from Newfoundland near 4720N 5520W Newfoundland near 4730N 5650W. Sea ice north of the ice edge.Ice Coverage
Ice free.
Iceberg Bulletin
Issued 11:00 AM EST 28 January 2015Iceberg Limit
Iceberg limit at 0000 UTC 29 Jan estimated from Newfoundland near 4810N 5255W to 5000N 4800W to 5200N 4800W to 6000N 5800W. Western iceberg limit at 0000 UTC 29 Jan estimated from the Labrador coast near 5200N 5600W to Newfoundland near 5130N 5600W.Iceberg Count
No confirmed icebergs.Warnings
Warnings (In effect)
Gale warning in effect
Browns Bank
Issued 10:00 AM AST 28 January 2015'Gale' force winds of 34 to 47 knots are occurring or expected to occur in this marine area. Watch for updated statements. Please refer to the latest marine forecasts for further details and continue to monitor the situation through Canadian Coast Guard radio or Weatheradio stations.
Technical Marine Synopsis
Issued 10:00 AM AST 28 January 2015 Today Tonight and Thursday At 10:00 a.m. AST today low 993 mb located over southwesternNova Scotia.
By 10:00 p.m. AST tonight low 1001 mb located over western
At 10:00 a.m. AST Thursday ridge located on a line
northeast-southwest over New England.
By 8:00 p.m. AST Thursday ridge located from Labrador to
Newfoundland then to Cape Cod.
Marine Weather Statement
Issued 9:53 AM AST 28 January 2015 An area of low pressure over Southwestern Nova Scotia will cross theprovince today to lie near Western Newfoundland this evening.
Gale force southerlies ahead of the low will shift to strong to gale
force northwesterlies in its wake. Winds will diminish on Thursday
As an area of high pressure builds into the district.
Marine interests are advised that gale warnings are in effect for
Fundy..Grand Manan..Lurcher..Browns Bank..Georges Bank..Southwestern
Shore..LaHave Bank..West Scotian Slope..Eastern shore..Sable..
Fourchu..Northumberland Strait western half..Gulf-Magdalen
Northwestern half..Chaleur-Miscou and Anticosti southeastern half.
Freezing spray warnings are in effect for Fundy..Grand Manan..
Northumberland Strait..Gulf-Magdalen and Anticosti.
Atlantic - Maritimes Area
- Anticosti - northwestern half
- Anticosti - southeastern half
- Banquereau
- Bras d'Or Lakes
- Browns Bank
- Cabot Strait
- Chaleur - Miscou
- Eastern Shore
- East Coast - Cape St. Francis and south
- East Scotian Slope
- Fourchu
- Fundy
- Georges Bank
- Grand Manan
- Gulf - Magdalen - northwestern half
- Gulf - Magdalen - southeastern half
- Gulf - Port au Port - northwestern half
- Gulf - Port au Port - southeastern half
- Halifax Harbour and Approaches
- LaHave Bank
- Laurentian Fan
- Lurcher
- L'Isle-aux-Coudres to Tadoussac
- Northumberland Strait - eastern half
- Northumberland Strait - western half
- Pointe à Michel to Pointe-des-Monts
- Pointe-des-Monts to Anticosti - northern half
- Pointe-des-Monts to Anticosti - southern half
- Sable
- Southeastern Grand Banks
- Southwestern Grand Banks
- Southwestern Shore
- Southwest Coast
- South Coast
- Tadoussac to Pointe à Michel
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text: Why We Want It Now: Quilted Jackets Go Buy Now | 08.17.13 by Erin Fitzpatrick share it Tweet comment From pastel coats to oversized toppers, there are tons of on-trend outerwear options to try out for fall. But the style we're most excited to add to our closets? The timelessly cool quilted jacket. 1 of 14 A throwback to Karl Lagerfeld's F/W 91 collection for Chanel—where he juxtaposed a leather iteration with a sweet pink dress—we've spotted modern renditions, both on and off the runways, that have us yearning for one to call our own. More texturally interesting than a fail-safe leather moto, the quilted jacket will be our next seasonal investment. From DKNY's cowl neck jacket to a stylish civilian's red moto version, read on for all the reasons this piece is on our radar and shop our favorite selections. 2 of 14 PHOTO: © Condé Nast Archive/Corbis Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld F/W 91Why we want it: It's a classic 3 of 14 PHOTO: DKNY DKNY F/W 13Why we want it: It's on the fall runways 4 of 14 PHOTO: http://weworewhat.com; Stockholm Street Style; Vanessa Jackman Street StyleWhy we want it: It's current 5 of 14 6 of 14 BalenciagaBonded Cotton Biker Jacket ($1400) in Green 7 of 14 TopshopQuilted Ovoid Bomber Jacket ($136) in Bright Blue 8 of 14 Elizabeth and JamesLena Quilted Faux-Leather Jacket ($295) in Bordeaux 9 of 14 TibiContrast Quilted Bomber Jacket ($735) in Black and White 10 of 14 Rebecca TaylorQuilted Leather Jacket ($595) in Black 11 of 14 Jonathan SimkhaiLeather Bomber ($1195) in Burgundy 12 of 14 Club MonacoDean Quilted Leather Jacket ($1,100) in Black 13 of 14 McGuirePadded Fencing Jacket ($398, 323.651.4129) in Heist 14 of 14 TopshopQuilted Bomber ($130) in White Share Tweet x Next Up: The Behind-The-Scenes O.C. Photos You Have To See & More On... EXPLORE: Go Buy Now, Balenciaga, Topshop, Elizabeth and James, Tibi, Rebecca Taylor, Jonathan Simkhai, Club Monaco, McGuire, Quilted Jackets, Shopping LEAVE A COMMENT Comments * Trending are we "Facebook Official" yet? Follow @whowhatwear


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A Personal Reflection on a SocEnt Weekend
5:57 PM, Friday night. Raining in Pioneer Square. Am I good enough? Will I be relevant in this world? Should I be here? Insecurities and self-doubt dart through my brain. Cue Phil Collins "In The Air Tonight" drum solo. Alright, a wee melodramatic...
I amble up the multiple flight of stairs to the offices of the Hub Seattle. Tonight is the kickoff of #SocEnt Weekend, a Startup Weekend-inspired event in which seed ideas of social enterprise and entrepreneurship are nurtured to bloom in 50 hours. Organized by a socially-driven group of individuals and organizations, #SocEnt Weekend provides a venue for social entrepreneurs to pitch their ideas to a group of their peers, vet those ideas over a grueling two and a half day weekend and finally present the idea to a panel of established thought-leaders in the entrepreneurial community for feedback. And, yes, it's a competition. The winner gets a three month residency at the Founder Institute, where the winning idea will get further molded into a viable business model.
The room of about 75 is buzzing with people meeting and mingling. Rashmir and Luni call the room to order. Rashmir is the founder and CEO of Nsansa, an organization that fosters and encourages social entrepreneurship. Luni is a serial entrepreneur who has taught at the Bainbridge Graduate Institute, whose credo is that business can impact social change. Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn kicks off the evening with a call to action. Change starts in the community he says. With the crowd fired up, it's time to pitch ideas. Potential entrepreneurs queue to pitch their SocEnt ideas to the group. They have 60 seconds to communicate who they are, what problem they are trying to solve, what their solution is and what personnel do they need to get their idea off the ground. No pressure whatsoever.
Ultimately, thirteen ideas are selected to be developed over the next 48+ hours. We're told to find a team whose idea we're attracted to and want to work on. I am drawn to a community tool-sharing concept, primarily because it is a very tangible idea in my mind. It is not an app with an API that integrates with Facebook, blah, blah, blah. That's not my world. Borrowing and sharing tools that you only use once a year for free or at low-cost is an idea I can wrap my head around. Or at least I thought I could. It's remarkable when you peel back the onion…
In the Seattle area, the West Seattle Tool Library exists, providing a great service to that community. But it is limited in its geographical reach to the rest of Seattle. We hypothesize that there is a need to scale this solution. But how do you scale? How do you monetize it? The basic idea is this: create a pre-packaged, self-contained tool lending library in a shipping container. Drop the container where you need it and you've got an instant solution for the problem of a "tool desert". Peripherally, this could also be a remedy for emergency relief efforts.
It's Friday at 9:30 PM. We've all had a long week. There are roving mentors in the room that are trying to keep us on task. One mentor tells us that our first task is to come up with a name and start working on a website for our endeavor. Sharebox? Google it and it's already taken. One of our team members suggests adding a "y" on the end. Shareboxy? Sharebox Pro? Sharebox Labs! Aha! Sharebox Labs it is. Whew, one task down 19 to go. Next step: the division of labor. We split up the work and reconvene Saturday morning.
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The main barrier we face on Saturday morning is which version of the business model do we proceed with. After slogging through the weeds for a few hours, we focus and choose the path: a drop-ship model, with monthly members -and- an additional social sharing component for those in the community with special financial need (different rates for non-profits, people with lower income).
On Sunday, the scramble is on. Numbers are crunched and crunched again. How much headcount do we really need? Does the CEO need to get paid the first year? Sweat equity! Does Sharebox need such a robust marketing budget? How about NO marketing budget? Early in the afternoon, we show our presentation to a mentor who gives us his reactions. The submission deadline is looming a few hours away. We're still refining, refining, refining. Meanwhile, Patrick has been volunteered to make the final pitch to the judges. He has to rehearse even while the presentation is still being changed. Showbox Labs is 7th in line to present out of 13 teams. Patrick does a phenomenal job, concisely and enthusiastically pitching The Problem, The Solution, Who Our Customers Are and The Revenue Stream.
Did we win? No, we didn't win. I honestly thought we had an outside shot though - I believed in our team and solution. I'm happy I got over my doubts and walked up those stairs on Friday night. Thank you Gene, Michele, Derek, Terry and Patrick.
So what did I learn from the experience? These may not be breathtaking to you but they were significant to me:
- Fail fast. The winner of the SocEnt Weekend, bWallet, didn't have their final team fully formed until 5pm on Saturday. The team disbanded and reincarnated itself several times before ultimately moving in a final direction because the focus of their idea wasn't there. Realize what you're doing is not working, pivot, then move on. Iterate. Repeat. bWallet did this effectively and won.
- I'm not that smart. Well, I thought I was of at least average intelligence. But there were so many brilliant people on the Sharebox Labs team and in the room from various disciplines. Find those smart people to work with that fill the gaps that you lack.
- Mentors are awesome! The group of 15+ seasoned entrepreneurs that circulated in the room cajoled, pushed and focused our teams. They were invaluable. Listen to them as they done this once or twice or 47 times before.
- What is your MVP? Minimally Viable Product. What is the most basic thing that you need to launch your idea? It's important to focus your idea, and then expand. For us, the Sharebox Lab MVP was a trailer full of tools that could be shuttled from area to area. If there was a demand for the trailer, it would confirm our assumption that there were "tool deserts" out there.
- The social network actually works Part 1. Imagine having to validate an idea on Saturday? We needed to know if an agency like the Red Cross or the United Nations would be interested in a Sharebox as a disaster mobilization solution. I posted a request on Facebook for a contact to either the Red Cross or the U.N. Repeat: it's Saturday. Remarkably, my friend in New York had a contact who gave me the email for the Director of Disaster Relief of the Greater New York area. I sent the Director an email and he responded! He thought it was an interesting idea and to send him a formal proposal! What just happened? I was flabbergasted.
- The social network actually works Part 2. Use your social networks to bounce your ideas off of potential stakeholders. It validates what you're doing and provides a data set. 48% of respondents would pay a monthly subscription fee for a tool lending library for example. How did I get that data on a Saturday? I used a site called aytm.com (Ask Your Target Market). Additional tools are: surveymonkey.com, wufoo.com, polldaddy.com.
- Participate in a startup weekend-type event at least once. It's certainly an all-encompassing experience so be prepared for 14-16 hour days. But if you have even a remote interest in entrepreneurship, this experience will inspire you. You have a lot to offer.
Written by Jimmy Kwan - Turnstone Brand Advocate in Seattle.


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From VIENNA to MILAN by train.
Information for Interrail, Eurail travellers and persons with normal train ticket travelling the route Vienna (Austria) to Milan (Italy).
Train connection from Vienna to Milan. There is a direct night train available on this route. If you use a day train connection, you usually have two changes.
More information at Raildude.
Vienna - Milan: http://www.raildude.com/en/train-connec ... -italy/301
Milan - Vienna: http://www.raildude.com/en/train-connec ... ustria/400
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Book your room at Royal Palm Beach Resort
Casual family resort on St. Maarten's Simpson Bay
On Dutch side
Set on south-facing Simpson Bay, the 140-suite Royal Palm Beach Resort is located on the St. Maarten half of the island, about 7 km (4 mi) west of the Dutch capital of Philipsburg.
Swim-up sipping
Cushioned chairs supply lounging comfort beside Royal Palm's pool with swim-up bar, the Caribbean Sea laps the resort's beach front, and a restaurant/bar offers all-day dining.
Water views
Two-bedroom guest suites include balconies or terraces with ocean views, living/dining rooms, ceiling fans as well as air conditioning, DVD/VCRs, and fully equipped kitchens.
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Behold: The $6800 Android Smartphone
Tag Heuer unveils a too-ordinary phone in a pricey package, for cell phone show-offs with plenty of cash.
Google+ Invites are Hot Commodity: Watch Out for Scams
People are doing anything to get into Google's new social network--even exposing themselves to spam.
Smartphones: A Majority of the Phones Sold in the United States
Sales of the smarter phones rise to 55 percent of the market, up from 34 percent a year ago.
Google+ Invite Process Shut Down Amid 'Insane Demand'
Google opened up the invitation process late Wednesday afternoon to those participating in the service but quickly closed it down to conduct the process in a controlled way.
E-Readers More Popular Than Tablets: Because They're Cheaper
A new study says consumers are more likely to own an e-reader than a tablet. Price probably plays a big factor.
Google Guns for Facebook with Google+ Social Network
Google reenters the social network battle once more with Google+, a unique Facebook competitor
U.S. Government Regularly Asks Google for Users' Data
The U.S. government asks for user data more often than does any other government.
10 Cool Tech Gadgets Spotted at CE Week 2011
Meet 2011's hottest new gear, from wearable camcorders to iPad covers that double as speakers to pocket-size wireless hard drives for your smartphone and tablet.
Foursquare Teams With American Express on Cash-Back Deals
The deal gives Foursquare users who link with American Express the chance to get money back on purchases at Foursquare-friendly locations.
Hack Attacks Escalating? Here's a Reality Check
Hack attacks by LulzSec and Anonymous suggest an uptick in computer attacks, network break-ins, and data breaches.
Verizon iPhone Caused Android Market Share Drop, Analyst Says
Verizon's iPhone may have been the reason Android has lost market share, according to stats from analyst firm Needham & Co.
Mobile Data Usage Nearly Doubles
People are using more and more mobile data these days.
US Builds Cyberwar Virtual Firing Range
The growing threat of cyber attack prompts development of defensive and offensive cyberwar technologies.
Spotify's U.S. Launch: Coming Soon?
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- 12-26-2012, 02:00 AM Thread Author #1
Dead.... it just died... no, really, it simply died!
I can't believe what happened... There I was, Saturday Night... Just kicking it with my wife in bed getting ready to sleep... plugged my phone in and BANG... Dead. The screen was on when I put the plug in. After, the instant after, the screen went blank, never to turn on again. I tried it all folks... I tried every button combination available, I tried battery in, battery out plugged in, I evven tried battery out NOT plugged in (you know, why not?) I held buttons for hours (minutes). I eventually was too tired and fell asleep on Saturday night... Sunday I called VZW, but it wouldn't go out until Monday... Today is Tuesday and Christmas... Won't get it until WEDNESDAY!!! No phone for Christmas?! OUCH, talk about painful for an addict like me.
Well, it's on it's way here tomorrow. I guess what sucks is I can't go in and wipe my phone before it goes back to the factory. I hope there's nothing too bad on there! HA.
I just thought you all would understand my pain... Poor phone... Launch day phone... Poor SGS III... My favorite... my baby... RIP - and let's hope for a GREAT replacement! -
Re: Dead.... it just died... no, really, it simply died!
Samsung has admitted that their main boards are blowing up. They don't know why yet, but the kicker is they are replacing dead phone with replacements that still have the same board in it that's killing the phones. They also said the phones are blowing within 3-4 months. Hope you get one that doesn't kick the bucket in a few months.
Good Luck.
Bubba's Rezound - 12-26-2012, 12:26 PM #3
Re: Dead.... it just died... no, really, it simply died!
No he isn't talking about your iPhone.
But that sucks dude! I guess the good news is that they are willing to replace the device. If they give you another one that has the same problem with the faulty board, I would assume that would be grounds to request something like the Note 2 unless they replace the corrupt electronics with the correct fix. I am praying I don't have this same problem because this S3 has been the best phone i've owned. I absolutely love it and do not want to experience the dead plague that some have mentioned.
Everything else with this phone works so flawlessly that it's a shame to have such a crucial defect. I still wonder if it was a bad batch or what because the sample size of people experiencing this problem is well within the margin or error on a mass-produced product. - 12-26-2012, 06:43 PM Thread Author #5
Re: Dead.... it just died... no, really, it simply died!
I didn't know this. I was actually trying to stay away from the information and the posting wars that come along with what ever phone I pick (read, every phone), and to be sure I don't find out a better phone is coming that I know I will want. I have learned that I can't stay up to date AND have any money left.
But Thanks a ton for the information. I will be paying attention to that topic though. If I do need to swap out types, I will. I do love this phone a TON though. - 12-26-2012, 06:49 PM Thread Author #6
Re: Dead.... it just died... no, really, it simply died!
I will not say I am not a fan of the Note 2. I will be honest, S Pen looks like it might have to be a requirement for me. Not sure if that will HAVE to be on a tablet or if it will be a phone. That's something I will be thinking about as time approaches the next device.
The replacement is here. It felt like FOREVER. Man, I think I'd rather not pee and hold it for 4 days instead of losing my phone for that long. How did I make the first 22 years of my life until I got my first phone... or was it 21? No, 20... dang it.. whatever... 12 years ago, how about that? Anyway, Really happy. The screen is smooth, inside is spotless and not all scratched up. Either it's new or the referb of someone who took care of their device. The buttons are all excellently installed. I'm happy. Always nervous about getting a replacement that the buttons might be a loose as a 6 year old's teeth...
Ah, updates, installs, settings... can my night get any better than this?! - 12-26-2012, 08:35 PM #7
Re: Dead.... it just died... no, really, it simply died!
Lets keep things on topic folks. No need to get personal here.
Please continue with a reasonable discussion.Paul
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I am the Tegra Champ. What this means is that from time to time NVIDIA might send me new products to try out. This will not affect my thoughts, ideas, or opinions about any product that are discussed in the forums. Those are still my own. - 12-27-2012, 05:11 PM #11
- 12-27-2012, 08:39 PM Thread Author #12
Re: Dead.... it just died... no, really, it simply died!
Yeah, it's great... thanks... For everyone out there who has had their phone a while, I send this warning:
Before it kicked the bucket, for about a week prior, the battery was FLYING down every day. It was 2, maybe 2.5 hours to drain from 100 to 10 or 5%. I didn't even use it much on those days. It drained like I was pouring it out. So if you start seeing this, get ready for the death.Thanked by: - 12-27-2012, 09:04 PM #13
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Interesting. My husband's S3 was going from the charger to nearly dead in 3 hours, until he got the JB update. Now it lasts all day, like it did when he first got it.
However, I do need to point out that it still doesn't last as long as my Motorola Droid Razr Maxx HD does. I came from the HTC Thunderbolt, with a notoriously sucky battery. He came from the iphone 4, with a notoriously good battery. It was like we'd swapped batteries for a bit. - 12-29-2012, 02:59 PM Thread Author #15
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Oh ha ha... (golf clap)
Re: Dead.... it just died... no, really, it simply died!
I wanted to revive this thread because I had a similar problem last night.
I was checking some email on my phone, and I noticed that I could not raise the ringer volume. I pulled the battery to reset things. When I tried turning it on, it would not turn on. I tried combinations of power up and down and home button, with no results. I plugged it it, no noise, no red charging light.
I called Verizon and went through the same steps to try to boot to recovery, no dice. They then send me a new phone which should come on Wednesday due to the New Year.
This morning I decided to give it a try and it powered up with no problem. I just dont get it.
So here are my questions-
First, should I keep this phone because I have it set up just the way that I like it, or swap it with the one that Verizon is sending (which is probably refurbished)?
What could have made my phone totally unresponsive until this morning.
Thanks for any input, and have a happy new year. - 12-31-2012, 12:50 PM #17
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Hard to call. If you knew the replacement was new, the decision would be easy.
But a refurb?
FWIW, my GS3 has done that to me twice. Once, I just left it overnight, as you did. The second time, after pulling and resetting the battery, I held down the power button for what-felt-like a half hour, but probably was 10 minutes at the most. Then, I gave up and released the power button and, about 30 seconds later, it booted up as if nothing had happened.
You've got a difficult decision there. Good luck.
Sent from my unrooted 32 GB Polish Samsung Galaxy GT I9300 running 4.1.2. - 12-31-2012, 02:17 PM #18
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If it is a new one, I'll keep that one. If it is a refurb, I will send that one back. Thanks.
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Let me add another SGS3 to the list of phones that just died. Just like the OP, it was plugged in and then it died. Nothing would revive it. Took it to Verizon store and they will send another one. This is the 2nd unit that had problems. The first unit had phone connectivity/call quality issues. I think this refurbished one was close to its 150 day failure date and then it failed with us. The Verizon store rep claimed that this is the first he has seen this. Yeah, right. I told him it is all over the forums, but he did not believe me. Whatever!!! I hope the third unit will be a good unit. This is getting really annoying.
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This is somewhat disheartening to hear. I just picked up my new gs3 4 days ago, and now I'm thinking I should go back to Verizon and get the Note2 before my 14 days expire.
I already have a Nexus-7 so I don't really need a phablet. - 01-02-2013, 11:26 AM #21
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Id do it. my phone just up and died 30 mins ago. im on my way out the door and down to verizon... I have no means of communication.
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Id do it. my phone just up and died 30 mins ago. im on my way out the door and down to verizon... I have no means of communication.
- 01-02-2013, 01:46 PM Thread Author #22
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This is a bit frustrating to hear more stories of this. I was hoping I did something stupid or something like that. Not being the only one this happened to makes me much sad.
Well, let's hope that they changed something. My hardware version of the phone I got as a replacement was .1 greater than the one I got on launch day... I'm not willing to pull my battery because I"m lazy... Okay, I'll pull it, stop bugging me....
I changed my mind... the model number is the same, it's the number below the model number, which I'm thinking now might be the build date. 12.07 was my old one and 12.08 is this one... I may have typed a lot here to say absolutely nothing. Have a great day. -
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